Mini-Grants
Austin Dam Memorial Association developed and placed an interpretive panel highlighting the local Kindling Factory. An additional panel was designed highlighting the nearby Bark Shanty CCC camp as the Association works to connect these sites and stories, keeping history alive. Read more
Wood On Glass
Goding’s camp is at the junction of a corduroy road and a rail line. Corduroy roads were built by placing small logs in parallel lines. This road was likely used by a timber hauling team to cross the railroad track. The area is now part of Susquehannock State Forest. According... Read more
Wood On Glass
A man appears tiny atop this large temporary log storage pile. This image gives an idea of its massive size. To load the logs on railroad cars efficiently and safely, the loader operator and crew had to load each log without disturbing any of the other logs in the pile. Disturbin... Read more
Wood On Glass
This is Locomotive number 242, a Shay, built in 1888 at the Lima Machine Works, Lima, Ohio. It is pulling at least six loaded log cars. A Shay locomotive, with its special gears driving the train, made it superior to other types on steep inclines and switchbacks. Some of the m... Read more
Wood On Glass
Teamsters were responsible for driving and taking care of the horses that pulled logs to the nearest stream or railhead. “When we heard the cook downstairs, we got up. We did not wake the rest of the men. We had to feed our horses and get them ready in the morning. Also, afte... Read more
Heritage
Explore what 'Moon Trees' are, what they represent, and the connection between the Earth's Forests and the night sky. Learn more about this unique heritage and some of the places it continues to grow within the Lumber Heritage Region under some of the darkest skies East of the Mi... Read more
Wood On Glass
Bark peelers sometimes used bark shacks as a temporary dwelling. They constructed a wood frame and covered it completely with large hemlock bark slabs. By overlapping the slabs, the men had a relatively rainproof place to sleep. Bark peelers were no doubt used to harsh living ... Read more
Grants & Projects
This short film was produced and shared by the Austin Dam Memorial Association as part of a project in partnership with E.O. Austin Home and Historical Society, the PA Lumber Museum, and the PA Historical & Museum Commission. Financed in part by The Lumber Heritage Region and Pen... Read more
Mini-Grants
Improvement and expansion of interpretive exhibits in the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum’s recreated circa 1910 lumber camp, including reopening the bunkhouse upper level, creating a jobber’s residence display, and adding interpretive signage. Read more
Mini-Grants
Creation of a large-format wayfinding map for display in the visitor center lobby at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, aiding visitor navigation and promoting regional exploration. Read more
Visit
Join the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum’s Photo Scavenger Hunt and explore the museum grounds through a fun and educational activity. Identify various locations based on photographs, learn about the state’s rich lumber history, and enjoy a day of outdoor adventure in Potter County.... Read more
The Lumber Heritage Trail
Whether you want to hike a leisurely scenic trail, enjoy beauty during a driving tour, or get some adrenaline-pumping action on whitewater, single track bike trails, or rock climbing, you've found the right destination in Tioga, Pennsylvania. Read more
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